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445Continued
Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, press th e electric parking brake switch slowly,
but fully.
3. Change the gear position to
(P.
4. Turn off the engine.
The electric parking brake indicato r goes off in about 15 seconds.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:
•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops
completely.
In extremely cold temper atures, the parking brake
may freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are
expected, do not apply the parking brake but, if
parking on a slope, either turn the front wheels so
they will contact the curb if the vehicle rolls down the
slope or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from
moving. If you do not take either precaution, the
vehicle may roll unexpect edly, leading to a crash.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 462
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..463
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...464Maintenance MinderTM..................... 465
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 469
Opening the Hood ........................... 470
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 471
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 472
Oil Check ......................................... 473
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 474
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...475 Engine Coolant ................................ 477
Transmission Fluid ............................ 479
Brake Fluid ....................................... 480
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 480
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 481Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 486Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 490
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 491
Tire Labeling .................................... 491
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 493Wear Indicators................................ 495
Tire Service Life ................................ 495 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 496
Tire Rotation .................................... 497
Winter Tires ..................................... 498
Battery ............................................... 499
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 501
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 503Climate Control System Maintenance.. 505Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 506
Exterior Care.................................... 508
Accessories and Modifications ........ 511
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 514
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 515
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 522
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 534
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 535
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 536
Jump Starting .................................... 537 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 539
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 541
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 541
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 542
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 543
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On........... 543
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 545
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 545
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 546
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 553
Emergency Towing ........................... 554
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 555
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 556
Refueling........................................... 557
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container.. 557
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 ℓ)
Specified·Acura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.40 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.22 US gal
(0.82 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Model with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare
*
Size T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
572
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 260, 270
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 434
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 208
Accessories and Modifications ................. 511
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 207
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 390
Indicator .................................................... 91
Additives Coolant ................................................... 477
Engine Oil ................................................ 472
Washer .................................................... 480
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 472
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 198
Front Seats .............................................. 186
Head Restraints........................ 192, 194, 195
Headlights ............................................... 481
Mirrors .................................................... 183
Rear Seats................................................ 197
Steering Wheel ........................................ 182
Temperature ............................................ 119
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 420
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 269
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 280
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 213
Changing the Mode ................................ 216
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 220 Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 505
Rear Climate Control System ................... 221
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronized Mode................................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 213
Air Pressure ....................................... 491, 561
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ........................................ 45
Airbag Care............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator.............................................. 53, 82
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ..................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 245
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 434
Indicator.................................................... 82
Armrest ..................................................... 198
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 231
Audio System ............................................ 228
Adjusting the Sound................................ 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 230
Error Messages ........................................ 276
General Information ................................ 281
Internet Radio ......................................... 267
iPod ........................................................ 263
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 260, 270 Reactivating ............................................ 230
Recommended CDs ................................ 282
Recommended Devices ........................... 284
Remote Controls ..................................... 231
Security Code ......................................... 230
Shortcuts ................................................ 234
Theft Protection ...................................... 230
USB Flash Drives.............................. 270, 284
USB Port ................................................. 229
Authorized Manuals ................................ 569
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 149
Customize ...................................... 129, 298
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 171
Indicator ................................................... 82
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 382
OFF Button ............................................. 382
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 88
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 88
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 432
Indicator ................................................. 432
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 432
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 185
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 175
Automatic Lighting .................................. 168
Automatic Transmission .......................... 373
Creeping................................................. 373
Fluid ....................................................... 479
Kickdown ............................................... 373
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 376
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Index
Compass.................................................... 344
Console Compartment ............................. 203
Controls ..................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 477
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 478
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 477
Overheating............................................. 539
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 373
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 451
Cup Holders ............................................... 205
Customized Features ........................ 123, 285
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 170
Dead Battery ............................................. 537
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 220
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 563
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 167
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 183
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 473
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 166
Door Mirrors ............................................. 184
Doors ......................................................... 135
Auto Door Locking .................................. 149
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 149
Door Open Message .................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 135 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 13, 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 138
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 144
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 493
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 347
Automatic Transmission .......................... 373
Braking ................................................... 428
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 365
Shifting Gear ........................................... 374
Starting the Engine.................................. 367
Driving Position Memory System ............ 180
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 505
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 387
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 120
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 76
Switch ..................................................... 428
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator.................................................... 76
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 418
Emergency ................................................ 554
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 565
Engine ....................................................... 562
Coolant ................................................... 477
Jump Starting .......................................... 537 Oil .......................................................... 472
Remote Engine Start ............................... 369
Starting................................................... 367
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 471
Engine Coolant ........................................ 477
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 478
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 477
Overheating ............................................ 539
Temperature Gauge ................................ 116
Engine Oil ................................................. 472
Adding ................................................... 474
Checking ................................................ 473
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 163
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 84, 543
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 71
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 508
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 184
F
Features.................................................... 227
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 505
Oil .......................................................... 475
Flat Tire ............................................. 515, 522
Floor Mats ................................................ 507
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Index
I
Identification Numbers............................ 562
Engine and Transmission.......................... 562
Vehicle Identification ............................... 562
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) ........... 387
Illumination Control ................................. 178
Button ..................................................... 178
Immobilizer System .................................. 157
Indicator .................................................... 85
Indicators ..................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 91, 390
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 82
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 82
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 88
Auto Idle Stop System................................ 88
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 77, 432
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 77, 432
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 95, 422
Brake System (Amber)................................ 75
Brake System (Red) ............................ 74, 543
Charging System ............................... 78, 541
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 93, 94
Electric Parking Brake................................. 76
Electric Parking Brake System ..................... 76
Fog Lights .................................................. 85
Gear Position ............................................. 79
High Beam................................................. 84
Immobilizer System .................................... 85
Keyless Access System ............................... 87 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 89, 412
Lights On .................................................. 85
Low Fuel ................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 78, 541
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 84
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 78, 542
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 74, 543
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 90
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 81
Security System Alarm ............................... 86
Speed-sensitive Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System ...................... 84, 543
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 87
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 82
System Message ........................................ 86
Turn Signal ................................................ 84
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 83, 418
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 83, 419
Information .............................................. 559
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control................................... 178
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 387
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 387
Interface Dial ............................................ 232
Interior Lights ........................................... 200
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 183
iPhone ............................................... 267, 284
iPod ................................................... 263, 284
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 519
Jump Starting ........................................... 537
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 137
Keyless Access System .............................. 138
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 144
Keys ........................................................... 135
Lockout Prevention ................................. 144
Number Tag............................................ 137
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 148
Remote Transmitter ................................ 143
Types and Functions................................ 135
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 373
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 410
Indicator ................................................... 89
Language (HFL) ........................................ 311
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 61, 66
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 142
Lights ................................................ 167, 481
Automatic............................................... 168
Bulb Replacement ................................... 481
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 170
High Beam Indicator ................................. 84
Interior.................................................... 200
Light Switches......................................... 167
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Index
Lights On Indicator.................................... 85
Turn Signals ............................................ 166
Load Limits ............................................... 351
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 135
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 149
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 148
From Inside ............................................. 146
From Outside .......................................... 138
Keys........................................................ 135
Using a Key............................................. 144
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 144
Low Battery Charge ................................. 541
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Lower Anchors ..................................... 61, 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 561
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 351
Lumbar Support ....................................... 186
M
Maintenance............................................ 461
Battery .................................................... 499
Brake Fluid .............................................. 480
Cleaning ................................................. 506
Climate Control System .......................... 505
Coolant .................................................. 477
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 465
Oil .......................................................... 473
Precautions ............................................. 462
Radiator .................................................. 478 Remote Control ....................................... 503
Remote Transmitter ......................... 501, 502
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 481
Safety ...................................................... 463
Service Items ........................................... 467
Tires ........................................................ 490
Transmission Fluid ................................... 479
Under the Hood ...................................... 469
Wireless Headphone ................................ 504
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 542
Map Lights ................................................ 201
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 351
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 116
MID (Multi-information Display) ............. 117
Mirrors ....................................................... 183
Adjusting ................................................. 183
Door........................................................ 184
Exterior .................................................... 184
Interior Rearview ..................................... 183
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 511
Moonroof .................................................. 162
MP3 ................................................... 260, 270
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls ................................................... 117
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............. 117
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 455N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 562
O
Odometer................................................. 118
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 365
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 472
Adding .................................................... 474
Checking................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
Viscosity .................................................. 472
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 233
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 470
Moonroof ............................................... 162
Power Windows ...................................... 160
Tailgate ................................................... 150
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 163
Outside Temperature Display .................. 119
Overheating .............................................. 539
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 381
Pandora ®................................................... 268
Panic Mode ............................................... 159
Parking ...................................................... 445
Parking Brake ........................................... 428
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 74, 543
Parking Sensor System ............................. 447
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